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Homemade Biscuits

These homemade biscuits are fluffy, flaky, and perfect for any meal. Whip them up quickly for a comforting side dish or snack.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 8 biscuits
Course: Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Opt for fresh, unbleached flour for best results.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed Real unsalted butter is recommended.
  • 3/4 cup milk Can substitute with almond or soy milk.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry mixture, using a pastry cutter or fingers to work it in until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Slowly stir in the milk until the mixture just comes together, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently about 5-6 times.
  6. Roll the dough to about 1-inch thickness and cut out rounds with a biscuit cutter.
  7. Place the biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they almost touch.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
  2. Enjoy warm with butter or jam.

Notes

Store cooked biscuits in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.